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GS8 vs Highlander
The mention of the seven-seat SUV Highlander is definitely an unavoidable choice, of course, it also proves with practical actions that it is the hegemony in the field of medium-sized seven-seat SUV. Whoever wants to challenge Highlander really has to weigh it up, and if he doesn't get it right, he will become a stepping stone for "other people"! But now there is such a thing that may shake the status of Highlander, it is the second generation of GS8.
To be honest, the price gap between the second-generation GS8 and the fourth-generation Highlander is quite large, the former double engine seven-seat top version is priced at 246,800 yuan, and the latter's seven-seat top version is priced at 348,800 yuan, with a difference of 100,000 yuan in the middle. In other words, the same are GAC's seven-seat SUV models, and they are all top-mounted models, why is there so much difference between the two cars? Then we may wish to use today's article to put the two cars together to make a comparison. See which is stronger and which is weaker!
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Appearance and space comparison:
Each has its own advantages and sizes
First of all, the appearance of these two cars belongs to a more atmospheric type, Highlander belongs to the calm with some sense of refinement, and the second generation of GS8 is the use of the kind of domineering design language that the Chinese people prefer, and the fuel version and the hybrid version also use two design styles.
In terms of dimensions, the Highlander has a length, width and height of 4965/1930/1750 mm and a wheelbase of 2850 mm, while the second-generation GS8 has a length, width and height of 5015/1950/1780 mm and a wheelbase of 2920 mm. Physically, both models are at a relatively good level in the same class. But the second-generation GS8 has a 70mm more wheelbase than the Highlander. In addition, the second-generation GS8 eliminated the five-seat layout and adopted a six-seat/seven-seat seat seat layout. I guess maybe in their opinion, when the seven-seater model folds up the third row of seats, it's actually a standard five-seater SUV model. The six-seater model's two-row independent seat design provides a more spacious ride.
Appearance, space summary
The second generation of GS8 is more in line with the current aesthetic trend. But it is also undeniable that the appearance of the second-generation GS8 is a little too aggressive, and the Highlander, although the appearance has been updated, is still a little too conservative and less attractive to young consumers.
Although the space is better than the second-generation GS8 in various parameters, the actual experience is actually not much different between the two models, which also reflects that Highlander does have a hand in space utilization. Of course, the second-generation GS8 is more expensive in the material of the seat, which also makes its seat more advanced.
After a brief look at the differences in appearance and size between the two cars, let's take a look at how they perform in other ways.
Interior contrast: technology and tradition
The interior of this generation of Highlander has undergone earth-shaking changes compared to the previous generation, with a 12.3-inch floating central control screen, the built-in Baidu ecosystem of the car, the localization work is done well, the UI interface is beautiful, and many "APP" are added to it and can also be controlled by voice through "Hello, Xiaoyue".
The overall style of the second-generation GS8 is inclined to simplicity and technology, with a 12.3-inch LCD instrument + a 14.6-inch central control screen, and a built-in ADiGO 4.0 intelligent driving interconnection ecosystem of GAC Group, which can also achieve many "APP".
Interior summary
Compared with the second-generation GS8, highlander is relatively traditional in interior design, but the advantage of tradition is that it is very convenient to use and does not require any learning cost, especially the physical buttons are more convenient and safe than touch. The second generation GS8, 14.6-inch central control screen, with baking paint and soft wrapping, the sense of grade and technology is great. In terms of the degree of trend, the second generation of GS8 is more catered to the current era.
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Configuration comparison: focus on different, Highlander safety, the second generation GS8 comfortable
From the table above, you can see that the two cars are basically equipped with the configurations we usually use. In terms of differentiated configuration, the second-generation GS8 has more than Highlander, traffic sign recognition, remote start, steep slope slowing, driving recorder, front wireless charging, front seat cushion length adjustment, rear seat power reclining, rain induction wipers; Highlander has Type-C interface, rearview mirror memory, streaming media rearview mirrors, steering wheel/seat comfortable access, driver's seat memory, steering wheel heating, parallel assist, etc.
Configuration summary
Overall, both cars are equipped with our usual configuration. Highlander pays more attention to safety and practicality; the configuration advantage of the second-generation GS8 is more comfort and convenience. As for who is better, I think it's just a different focus.
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Power comparison: Toyota THS blessing, one is self-priming and the other is a turbine
Finally, it's the most interesting part! The second-generation GS8 Dual Engine Edition is equipped with a power combination consisting of a 2.0TM engine + Toyota's fourth-generation THS hybrid system, with a maximum engine power of 190 hp and a peak torque of 320 Nm; a total electric motor power of 174 kW and a total motor torque of 391 Nm, matching the E-CVT transmission.
Highlander is equipped with a 2.5L self-priming engine + electric motor to form the fourth generation of Toyota THS hybrid system, the maximum power of the engine is 192 horsepower, the peak torque is 238 Nm; the total power of the electric motor is 174 kilowatts, and the total torque of the motor is 391 Nm.
Power summary
The hybrid versions of both models use the Toyota hybrid system, so the power is almost the same, and the fuel consumption performance is basically the same. However, the second-generation GS8 has a richer power choice than highlander, and the fuel version has a lower threshold, but the fuel consumption will increase accordingly.
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The editor said
In comprehensive comparison, the second-generation GS8 not only lowers the consumption threshold of medium-sized SUVs in terms of pricing, but also is no less than Highlander in terms of configuration richness, space level, and design style, and even slightly better than Highlander in some aspects. But don't forget, as the "old cannon" in the mid-size SUV market, Highlander has accumulated a large number of fans through its own product competitiveness over the years, which has also contributed to Highlander's superior to the second-generation GS8 in terms of brand audience and premium ability. Even if the price of Highlander is higher, it does not affect the degree of Highlander's popularity.
If you ask me at this point, what should I choose? If you don't have a high budget and don't have any requirements for your brand, then the second-generation GS8 is very suitable, and it's worth it to rush Toyota's hybrid system; as for Highlander, I don't think I need to say too much! I also want to see which brands and models are compared, let me know in the comments section below. Arrange for you!
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